1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Kappa | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Kappa | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |